Senior Manager, Supply Chain Advisor (Hybrid)

Raytheon; Aurora (CO); Hybrid; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Raytheon, a leading aerospace and defense company, is seeking a Senior Manager, Supply Chain (SC) Legal Advisor to support purchasing professionals and oversee contract terms, FAR compliance, and supplier disputes.

The role reports to the Associate Director, SC Advising, involves negotiating terms, drafting agreements, and coordinating with Counsel. Hybrid work and US-based employment are noted, with travel minimal.

Qualifications

• Requires a university degree and at least 10 years of related experience, or an advanced degree with 7+ years.
• Experience with US Government contracts, FAR/DFAR, and procurement processes.
• Experience in legal research, supply chain processes, and supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on resolving supplier performance issues and potential claims.
• Draft and negotiate terms, licenses, and other agreements for protection.
• Research legal issues for the SC organization and related offices.
• Assist in setting negotiation goals and deviations from standard provisions.
• Support policy drafting, training, and communications.
• Maintain standard terms and guidance for negotiations.
• Coordinate with Counsel on complex issues and support audits.
• Communicate with stakeholders including SMEs and management on significant issues.
• Minimal domestic travel as required.

Skills

US Government contracting experience

Contract drafting & negotiation

Legal research & analysis

Supplier management

Education

Juris Doctorate or Masters in Legal Studies preferred

Job description

Location

US-MA-ANDOVER-AN0 ~ 366 Lowell St ~ BLDG AN0

Date Posted

2026-08-20

Country

United States of America

Position Role Type

Hybrid

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status

Not Required

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Raytheon brings the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Manager, Supply Chain (SC) Legal Advisor, who will report to the Associate Director, Raytheon SC Advising. The SC Advisor provides advice and drafting support for purchasing professionals and will: review purchase order/subcontract terms and conditions in compliance with applicable company policies and procedures, internal guidance briefs, federal, state, and local laws, as well as the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and supplements thereto. Note that this role is an advisory position, working with Counsel to resolve legally related issues supporting our Procurement and Program teams. It is not a General Counsel or an Attorney position and will not represent Raytheon in any legal capacity.

This role is primarily focused on supporting problems, claims, and disputes with Raytheon suppliers. Candidates are required to have experience in analyzing contracts, identifying grounds for claims, and dispute resolution.

Experience negotiating terms and conditions of purchase is also required, as this role will involve partial support of negotiations with suppliers for the purchase of goods and services.

What You Will Do:

• Provide guidance on resolving supplier performance issues and advise on potential claims and remedies.
• Draft and negotiate terms & conditions, software licenses, and other agreements that provide the best protection and benefit to the company.
• Research legal issues for the Supply Chain organization or the Legal, Contracts, and Compliance (LCC) office.
• Assist in establishing negotiation goals, and assist in negotiations regarding deviations from standard provisions.
• Assist the organization in writing business processes, policies and in oversight reviews.
• Provide training and communications.
• Assist in maintaining standard terms & conditions and negotiations guidance.
• Review complex legal issues with Counsel as appropriate and support audit activities.
• Maintain active communication with requesters, management, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and SC and Program Counsel on significant legal problems and issues.
• Minimal domestic travel to Raytheon sites as required.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field (i.e. Juris Doctorate or Masters Degree in Legal Studies preferred) and minimum 7 years' experience
• Experience with US Government (FAR / DFAR Supplements and Government contract procurement processes), licenses, and / or commercial contracts drafting and negotiations
• Experience related to legal research and analysis, supply chain processes and procedures and / or supplier management

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with export/import, cybersecurity, and privacy law and issues
• Strong collaboration, as this candidate will have regular interaction with Supply Chain personnel, LCC and Program Counsel, other SME functions, and other business entities
• Detail oriented, excellent problem-solving skills, and ability to develop options and solutions that are practical and can be readily acted upon
• A positive, cooperative attitude, but assertive when necessary to comply with company policies and Government regulations and laws
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced work environment, with often changing goals and requirements, and a very heavy workload, including special projects
• Active and transferrable DoD Secret security clearance with ability to obtain a (TS/SCI)

What We Offer:

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role:

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

The salary range for this role is 132,400 USD - 251,600 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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